Assistant Property Manager in Tallahassee, FL

The Collier Companies•Tallahassee, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Collier Companies is seeking an Assistant Property Manager for an on-site role at a community office in Tallahassee, Florida. The role maintains computer reports and resident files, prepares and explains leasing agreements, and helps manage the office when the Community Manager is absent. It also supports leasing, rent collection, resident relations, property readiness, office personnel supervision, and day-to-day community operations. Responsibilities may change in response to community needs, market changes, or seasonal demands. The company describes itself as fast-growing, privately owned, and committed to team development, ongoing learning, collaboration, and promotion from within. It owns and manages more than 12,000 apartment homes and has been in business since the 1970s. Background checks and a candidate assessment are required steps in the hiring process.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read, write, see, hear, communicate, and perform mathematical tasks.
Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend English.
Valid in-state driver's license and reliable transportation.
Retail, sales, or customer service experience.
Management or leadership abilities.
Tactful, mature, flexible, and cooperative approach.
Ability to take initiative and follow tasks through to completion.
Interpersonal and appropriate telephone skills.
Computer and typing skills.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.
Collections experience helpful.
Fair Housing and legal knowledge.

Responsibilities

Implement the community marketing plan, greet customers, answer calls, schedule apartment tours, and show homes while explaining their features and benefits.
Take rental applications and conduct or review credit checks and rental applications.
Prepare, explain, and sign leasing agreements with new and renewing residents.
Promote the community by distributing flyers and cross-marketing with other TCC communities.
Take ownership of resident problems or concerns and follow through to resolution.
File and organize the work area; open and close the office and show apartments; and keep office and show-apartment areas clean and orderly.
Help prepare renewal parties, resident appreciation parties, and other community events.
Ensure models and other show units are in top condition for prospective renters.
Collect monthly rent, aiming for 100% collection; complete bank deposit slips and deposit monies; and post rent and late rent in the computer system.
Maintain and update current and past resident files, computer files, and reports; assist the Community Manager with reports.
Prepare eviction notices and follow through with the eviction process.
Assist in preparing apartment homes for re-rental.
Assist the Community Manager with supervision of office personnel and learn the Community Manager's functions for promotional opportunities.
Manage the office in the Community Manager's absence.